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You don’t have to shop at Kroger to find some of the best produce the Cincinnati area has to offer. At your friendly neighborhood farmers market, not only can you find fresh, homegrown tomatoes, corn, greens and berries, but other locally produced products. These farmers markets across the city offer a space for local farmers, artists, bakers and more to bring unique products to the people in their communities. Scroll through to find your local farmers market (and don’t forget to bring your tote bag).
The Shed farmers market at Findlay Market Photo: Provided by Findlay MarketCovington Farmers Market
629 Washington St., Covington
Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Covington Farmers Market has over a dozen vendors and operates May through October. It’s a great place to stop for seasonal produce, meat and fish, eggs, fresh bread and much more. Photo: facebook.com/covingtonfarmersmarketFort Thomas Farmers Market
801 Cochran Ave., Fort Thomas
Wednesdays 3-7 p.m. (through September)
Fort Thomas Farmers Market features nearly 30 different vendors. Some of these vendors include artisan cheesemonger Boone Creek Creamery; Laughing Bees, which sells creamy caramels and granolas made from local honey; and Sullivan Flower Farm. Some vendors may not be there each week, so follow the market on social media to see who is going to be there. Senior shopping begins at 2:45 p.m. Photo: facebook.com/laughingbeeshoneyMadeira Farmers Market
Dawson Road at Miami Avenue, Madeira
Thursdays 4-7 p.m. through October; Thursdays 4-6 p.m. November and December
Madeira Farmers Market vendors offer high-quality, locally sourced foods and products, ranging from pure honey to soy candles. There’s also live music. Photo: facebook.com/madeirafarmersmarketHyde Park Farmers Market
2700 Erie Ave., Hyde Park
Sundays 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Hyde Park Farmers Market runs through October. They have vendors that sell things such as fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, cheeses and herbs. In recent years they have made efforts to be more “earth friendly” by moving away from providing things made from plastic, such as single-use bags. Many of their vendors also offer a pre-ordering option, so you can have the items you want ready to go when you arrive. Photo: facebook.com/HydeParkFarmersMarketHealthy Harvest Mobile Market
Location and times vary, so check their website for more information
Healthy Harvest Mobile Market describes itself as a “grocery store on wheels.” They sell healthy foods and offer a farmers market experience to neighborhoods that have limited access to them. They move around the city every day, so be sure to check their social media to see where they’re headed next. Photo:Independence Farmers Market
2001 Jackwoods Parkway., Independence
Saturdays 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
This market offers many locally sourced items like honey, greens, organic cheese, pork chops, jams and jellies through October. Grass-fed beef is also available upon request. Photo: facebook.com/SKFarmersMarket/Pipkin’s Market
5035 Cooper Road, Blue Ash
Open Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Serving the community for more than 40 years, Pipkin’s Market is a garden center and grocer offering a vast selection of annuals, perennials, pottery and seasonal produce seven days a week. Photo: facebook.com/pipkinsmarketHamilton Ohio Historic Farmers Market
101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton
Saturdays 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Serving the community since 1875, the Hamilton Ohio Historic Farmers Market is open until Oct. 5. Customers can find flowers, baked goods, art, prepared food and more from over 15 vendors. Find live music and children’s activities at the market every third Saturday of the month. Photo: facebook.com/hamiltonshistoricfarmersmarketWest Chester Farmers Market
9363 Centre Pointe Drive, West Chester Township
Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
The West Chester Farmers Market features over 25 vendors selling items like baked goods, homemade soap, salsa and crocheted merchandise. Visitors can also enjoy entertainment and fun activities for the family. Note that not all vendors attend every market. Photo: facebook.com/WestChesterMarketBrown’s Family Farm Market
11620 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton
Open seven days a week 9 a.m.-7 p.m. through August
Family-owned and operated for over 30 years, Brown’s Family Farm Market is currently open seven days a week, weather permitting. With over 12,000 square feet of greenhouse space, Brown’s offers a wide selection of locally grown bedding plants, specialty annuals and vegetable plants. Inside the market, visitors can find fresh produce, jams and jellies, Amish canned goods, snacks, cheeses and candies. Photo: facebook.com/brownsfarmmarketMilford Farmers Market
1025 Lila Ave., Milford
Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Wednesdays 2-5 p.m.
The Milford Farmers Market runs from June through October. Some of the vendors include Chuck’s Best, which sells gourmet jellies, dried peppers and a variety of seasonal nuts, and Nona’s Garden, which offers fresh baguettes and bouquets of flowers. Photo: facebook.com/milfordfarmersmarketohioLoveland Farmers Market
174 Karl Brown Way, Loveland
Tuesdays 3-6:30 p.m.
The Loveland Farmers Market runs through October. All items are grown and/or produced within 100 miles of Loveland and SNAP/EBT is accepted. The market even features weekly entertainment and activities for kids. Photo: facebook.com/LovelandFarmersMarketBlooms & Berries Farm Market
9669 OH-48, Loveland
Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Shop for naturally raised meat, artisan soaps and lotions and local syrups at Blooms & Berries Farm Market, open seven days a week. In the garden center, customers can shop from a selection of organic fertilizers, gardening accessories and colorful annuals. Fresh summer produce, including peaches, bell peppers and sweet corn, are available at a bulk discount for canning and freezing. Photo: facebook.com/bloomsandberriesBoone County Farmers Market
1961 Burlington Pike, Burlington
Open seven days a week 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Boone County Farmers Market has around 50 farm member families that sell products at their market. All of the items sold there, such as fruits and vegetables, are grown exclusively in Northern Kentucky. Photo: facebook.com/TheBooneCountyFarmersMarketSayler Park Farmers Market
6600 Gracely Drive, Sayler Park
Tuesdays 4-7 p.m.
Enjoy live music from local musicians while you shop at the Sayler Park Farmers Market. The vendor lineup includes pet items, body care, candles, arts and crafts, tea and more. Photo: facebook.com/SaylerparkfarmersmarketFairfield Farmers Market
Between the Fairfield Community Arts Center and Village Green Park
Wednesdays 4-7 p.m.
Almost all of the products sold at the Fairfield Farmers Market are grown or produced in Butler County. Vendors include local artisans like Copper’s Crafts, A Mother’s Touch Cakes and Pickled Paradise. The market runs through Sept. 25. Photo: facebook.com/FairfieldParksDelhi Farmers Market
5125 Foley Road, Delhi Township
Saturdays 9 a.m.-Noon
Delhi Farmers Market runs every Saturday until Aug. 31 at Clearview Lake. They are a family-friendly farmers market that features local produce, baked goods and crafts. Photo: facebook.com/DelhiFarmersMarketCincyShaw Farms Market
1737 OH-131, Milford
Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Family-owned and operated since 1948, Shaw Farms Market has free admission and carries a large selection of fresh produce including melons, zucchini, sweet corn, plums and more through September. They also offer educational tours for children and tons of fall fun in October. Photo: facebook.com/shawfarmsmarketLiberty Farm Market
5850 Princeton Road, Liberty Township
Wednesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Liberty Farm Market features vendors selling goods ranging from grass-fed beef and wine to all-natural vitamins and supplements. While browsing, customers can enjoy comfort food from the on-site food trailer, Grassroots Kitchen, available during the weekends. Photo: facebook.com/libertyfarmmarketMontgomery Farmers Market
9609 Montgomery Road, Montgomery
Saturdays 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
The Montgomery Farmers Market runs every Saturday through Oct. 26. Enjoy fresh fruit, prepared foods, crafts and beverages at this open-air market, rain or shine. They also often host food trucks, live bands and activities for kids. Photo: facebook.com/MontgomeryFMNewtown Farm Market
3950 Round Bottom Road, Newtown
Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Newtown Farm Market features 10 departments, including an old-fashioned deli, Amish baked goods and a full-service greenhouse where you can purchase bedding plants and perennials. They also have frozen custard available in cones, shakes, malts and sundaes. Newtown boasts over 300 varieties of fresh fruit and vegetables to choose from, with homegrown tomatoes plus raspberries, blackberries and blueberries when in season. Photo: facebook.com/NewtownFarmMarketLettuce Eat Well Farmers Market
Roswell Ave., Cheviot
Fridays 4-6 p.m.
Lettuce Eat Well Farmers Market is committed to providing only organic products from their vendors. The beef sold at their market comes from grass-fed livestock and pork is pastured and fed non-GMO soy-free feed. This also applies to eggs, chicken and turkey. Photo: lewfm.org